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7.8 out of 10
Good

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10237 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Umatilla, FL
  • Donnelly Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Mount Dora History Museum
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Renninger's Antique Center
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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My hide away by the lake.

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
4.0 out of 5, Very good, (1)
The price is CA $255
per night
CA $753 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
My hide away by the lake.

About the area

Umatilla

On lake.You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Ocala National Forest and 9 miles (15 km) of Eustis Historical Museum and Preservation Society. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Marsh Memorial Park and Carver Park.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Dora - 20 min drive
  • Donnelly Park - 21 min drive
  • Mount Dora History Museum - 21 min drive
  • Renninger's Antique Center - 23 min drive
  • Country Club of Mount Dora - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mason Jar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪A Wish or Two Ago - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut / KFC - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Rustic Enchanted Forest- A Nature Lover’s Retreat with lake with hot tub

Welcome to Rustic Enchanted Forest, a lakefront getaway with a pool, designed for those seeking tranquility, relaxation, and a deep connection with nature. This is not a glam home—it’s a Mother Nature paradise where you can unwind and watch breathtaking sunrises and sunsets from almost every room. It is undergoing some renovations.
High lights:
• Serene Waterfront Views – Enjoy stunning lake views and the peaceful sounds of nature.
• Private Pool & Hot Tub (pool water is clear but pool lining does have some cobalts).
• Wraparound Deck – Perfect for sipping your morning coffee while soaking in the beauty of the outdoors.
• Game Room & Entertainment – A space to unwind indoors with fun activities.
• Fire Pit & Grill – Gather around for cozy evenings by the fire or a barbecue with loved ones.
• Wildlife Surroundings – Nestled near Ocala National Forest and Carver Park, nature lovers will delight in frequent wildlife sightings.

Location Highlights
• Eustis Square & Mount Dora – Just 15–20 minutes away for shopping, dining, and local charm.
• Outdoor Adventures – Close to hiking trails, lakes, and national parks.

Important Notes
• This home has a septic system, so we kindly ask guests to dispose of toilet paper in the trash.
• For your safety, a security camera is located at the front outdoor entrance.
• This is a peaceful retreat, not a party house. It’s designed for nature lovers to relax and recharge.
• Ongoing Enhancements – We are continuously upgrading and adding more amenities to enhance your stay.

Come, breathe in the fresh air, sip a warm cup of coffee or tea, and let Rustic Enchanted Forest be your escape into nature.

Property manager

Darlene

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Blender
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Soap
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room
  • Video games
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Golf nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 2552 sq ft (237 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Dirty dishes left behind will inquire a $35 fee.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Rustic Enchanted Forest- A Nature Lover’s Retreat with lake with hot tub Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 24 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Burt M.

Nice but...
There is plenty of room for the family to spread out. The kitchen has everything we needed to cook in. We didn't use the pool since we stayed in December. Property needs a lot of work inside & out.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
We love this property and the kindness of the owners.
Beautiful, relaxing, comfortable and accommodating.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kristin P.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Charley N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Vonda S.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Joseph S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Connie S.

Mostly good, but lost money.
The very first day that we arrived we had a huge Instacart order of $360 worth of food. Refrigerator wasn’t making ice and wouldn’t get cold. We communicated with the remtalowners and told them that we would be OK for that day, but we really needed her refrigerator and we went and bought a lot of ice. All of our food had spoiled, even the lettuce rotted. To make a very long story short, we didn’t get a working fridge until Friday of our first week. On that day, we rented a pontoon to do the “Mt. Dora mile.” We had previously left instructions NOT to enter the house without us being there as one of our pups (a Havanese) is an escape artist. We were told that the people were there while we were on the boat and that they would leave with the replacement fridge since weren’t there. We lost money as we had to rush back. When we returned, the replacement fridge was on a truck in the driveway. Men were outside too. We went inside only to find that the men HAD BEEN INSIDE without our permission because the old fridge was in the middle of kitchen. My heart sank at the thought of my baby escaping. When I called the contact, she starts shouting and hung upon me. All in all, we lost approximately $360in groceries and our boat rental was $200. The emotional stress is indescribable. As for the house itself, it was fine. It could use cleaning and wood repairs. Also, needs to be done about the “no toilet paper in the toilet” rule. It’s nasty.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Valerie J.

Disliked: Cleanliness
South lake
Our stay started aweful, the place was so disgustingly dirty that in order to sleep there and shower we had to wash and dry everything. Walking without shoes anywhere in the home would have been unhealthy. Floors needed sweep vacuum and mopped. Surfaces were all dirty, dust ,pet hair and sticky grime. Same for small appliances and freezer. Full garbage can with dirty diapers, clothing articles and foods on floors. We 3 cleaned for at least 4 hours and the place was still in need of a deeper clean further under furniture. There was an inadequate response from owners (no local property manager). A small refund was given which would not have been enough to pay a proper cleaning company for the cleaning we had to do to make things healthy and clean enough to stay. VRBO was really not helpful either they told us to consider taking what the owner was offering as a discount because there were no alternative places to stay in the area and the owner could cancel the reservation leaving us with no place to go. The location is great.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Patty W., Hapeville, Ga USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house
The house needs some attention, but water, air conditioners,pool and location was as described. Best part was a pair of owls that stayed in a tree on the property most days
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Richard M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
Spacious and well worn.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was beautiful water, land, home it was little enchanted
very beautiful and different...
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

donna b.

Liked: Cleanliness
beautiful view peaceful stay
excellent location for my needs owner was very responsive
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Location
The location was beautiful! The cleanliness was a big disappointment! Had to wash sheets before sleeping, 2 paint cans were used as legs on our bedframe, kitchen needed to be cleaned, there were dishes in the dishwasher when we opened it, the refrigerator did not get very cold. The house was spacious and in a beautiful spot, however the pool was dirty and the outside decks needed some maintenance. Overall, we didn’t feel it was worth the cost of the stay. We definitely left it cleaner than when we arrived!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

FABIAN A., Hollywood

Thanks Giving Family Trip
The Location is excellent and has a lot of potential, just need to be better managed. Lots of small details that can be taken care like better towel quality and qty. including towels for the kitchen. Refill soap dispensers on the bathrooms. And a few unfinished repairs.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gahbow G.

Florida
The house and property was a nice quite location. It was close to the area we were visiting. The hosts were very attentive to our requests.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derek H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and quaint
Served it's purpose beautifully!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Randy S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Very disappointing property
The setting for this house is nice, on a lake with a really nice sunset view. It is also a pretty spacious house. Unfortunately, it was not very clean and it’s run down and in rough shape. The decorating is eccentric and tacky although that is clear from the photos so we expected that. The deck was almost unusable because the deck wood is sort of rotten and the furniture was moldy and nasty and couldn’t be used. It also appears that there must be a septic tank issue because there weee signs in every bathroom instructing that toilet paper should be put in the trash can and not the toilet. There were also outlets without covers which would not be safe for young children.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt E.

Quiet and relaxing
We came for 2 weeks during a work trip looking for a quiet spot to unwind at the end of each work day and this location was just what we were looking for.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Views
We stayed at this home for a few days while visiting family in Umatilla. There were 2 adults, 4 teens, and a 5 year old in our group. There was so much space and plenty of room for everyone. We never felt cramped or on top of each other. The teens loved the downstairs game room. The living room had a nice TV for watching movies. The views from the balcony of the lake were absolutely beautiful. We had everything we needed while we were there. I had a couple of questions about things and they were answered very promptly. We would definitely stay here again in the future. Thank you for a wonderful experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erik W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for our family.
We were happy with our stay here. Its not perfect but you can tell there working on it. You want a nice home with plenty of tvs. A nice pool with a lake view then come here. We came to go to the springs and it is a excellent location to go to most of the springs in the area. Alexander springs is only 15 minutes from here. But all in all if you want a place thats not perfect but is more home feeling then this is for you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Jennifer M.

Fell short of expectations
The property manager was very kind and responsive. The house has a lot of potential but for the price we paid we were disappointed to pay for potential. Two dead cockroaches were seen upon arrival. Two nights later we saw a live one. Significant hair in the main shower drain. Lots of areas of the house had not been touched by cleaners in quite some time. Backyard was completely overgrown when we arrived. That was taken care of the next day. One roll of toilet paper for a total of 4 bathrooms when we arrived. A PM did come out that night to set some out for us. He was very nice too. The pool vacuum never worked and the pool is in need of some TLC but we were still able to enjoy it. The game room downstairs was a big hit with my 14 year old son as well. It seems as though the property is being upgraded as they go but some shoddy workmanship. That didn’t make the stay any different but left a bad taste for what we paid for it. Check out instructions were simple so that was nice since we checked out at 3am for our flight. Mixed review overall but unlikely to return to this property. Also, it is pretty remote so if you stay be prepared to consider that in your plans. We did enjoy the quiet.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place for family
Great place for a family to stay. My 9 year old son loved the pool and the game tables. Was not bored while waiting for our next outing. The house was really an enchanted place. like you were in a magical place. Trees surround the house with lots of wildlife everywhere. We loved watching the birds and butterflies and the weather on the lake. The house was well stocked and easy to feel very comfortable and right at home. We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family
Owners are wonderful to work with. The layout of the property was very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT W., POOLER

Liked: Cleanliness
Really enjoyed the stay in Umatilla
Easy check in . Great neighborhood
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022